Senior Mechanical Engineer - Precision Automation & Robotics

Corning Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 83,134 - 114,310; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses & incentives

401(k) with employer match (7–12%)

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Company-paid life insurance

Disability programs

Paid time off

EAP

Recognition program

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Charlotte, NC is seeking an automation-focused mechanical engineer to design and integrate precision automation systems. You will develop components, apply CAD, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-accuracy solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, modeling, validation, and staying current with automation advances to drive continuous improvement and reliability in complex manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in automation, equipment design, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficient with CAD and technical software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, MATLAB, Python, or R.
• Experience designing and specifying mechanical components and automation solutions, including stepper motors, servo motors, and linear actuators.
• Ability to integrate mechanical, electrical, and software components with strong attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design mechanical components and systems for precision automation equipment in compliance with safety and industry standards.
• Utilize CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Inventor to create detailed designs and documentation.
• Apply precision motion control and assembly methods to support high-accuracy automation solutions.
• Integrate robotics, actuators, sensors, and control systems into automation equipment in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct data analysis, modeling, simulation, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to validate designs and improve system reliability.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including design specifications, technical reports, and validation protocols.
• Stay current with advancements in automation technology and precision engineering to support innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical design

Automation integration

Analytical problem-solving

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

Corning Incorporated in Charlotte, NC is seeking an automation-focused mechanical engineer to design and integrate precision automation systems. You will develop components, apply CAD, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-accuracy solutions.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, modeling, validation, and staying current with automation advances to drive continuous improvement and reliability in complex manufacturing environments.